Historical Events
- American actor Danny Masterson charged with raping three women. after a 3-year investigation
- First major breakthrough in treating COVID-19 using steroid dexamethasone announced by Oxford University
- Former police officer who shot Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta charged with his murder and aggravated assault
Famous Deaths
- Bill Groman, American football wide receiver (All-AFL 1960; AFL C'ship 1960, 61, 64, 65; Houston Oilers, Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills), dies at 83
- György Kárpáti, Hungarian water polo player (Olympic gold 1952, 56, 64), dies at 84
- Jerry Sturm, American football tackle (AFL All-Star 1964, 66; Denver Broncos, NO Saints), dies from dementia at 83
- Paulinho Paiakan, Brazilian indigenous chief (led Kayapó people against Belo Monte dam), dies of COVID-19 at about 65
- Robert Buchanan, British archaeologist and founder of Bath University, dies at 90
- Willie Thorne, English snooker player (1985 Classic), dies of leukemia at 66
Died in 2020 2020 Highlights
About June 17, 2020
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 3 years, 10 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
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#1 Song: Rockstar - DaBaby ft. Roddy Ricch
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